Fresh Chassahowitzka River Fishing Reports

Keep lines tight on bottom to feel bite stand near middle of boat for less up down movement. The bite is gentle. Real up when you feel it.

The variety and abundance of fish in this area is impressive. Beautiful area and great food.

Super area! Clear water! Lots of different kinds of fish one might catch! We preferred Homosassa over Crystal River, not nearly as commercialized. In addition to catching fish, we enjoyed seeing the dolphins, sting rays, a shark, lots of pelicans, etc.

Put on spf, and listen to your captain about the best days to go out for your trip

Captain Kevin knows his stuff. Listen to him and you will have a great time

Was a great experience. Better than what we expected. Even caught a sting ray

For scalloping, be patient. Sometimes it was 10 minutes between when we saw scallops, but then you might find a few back to back!

Be aware of lots of other boats if snorkeling. Let your guide teach you how to spot scallops if scalloping.

It's fishing. Some days fish bite better than others. The variety of fish in the same area is amazing.

Redfish, snook, and speckled trout are thick in these waters this time of year as well many other species, get yourself hooked up with Captain James Floyd of Floyd Family Outfitters to put you on them and have a great trip!

Great little town! All the guides are in contact with each other. Prices are great

Hire captain David Maki, you won't regret it. Wear sunglasses and sunscreen

Dress lighly and drink water. It can be hot when you are not moving on the water.

Bring wide brimmed head covering and long sleeve shirt for protection from the sun. Stay hydrated with water or Gatorade. Bring your camera!

Be patient with weather and bite, and you won't be disappointed! Crystal River (and the greater Nature Coast) is a very special place! Respect, appreciate, and enjoy!

Bring plenty of sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses. A 3/4 day fishing is perfect in May as the last 2 hrs of a full day get really hot.

Check the tidal charts. Captain Bryan can help with that. Water level can get your boat into more areas where fish hide and wait for their prey. That translates to good fishing.

We went fishing a day after a big storm fish weren't hitting very much, we still had a lot of fun though.

Just go do it. Beautiful area and wonderful Captain with lots of knowledge.?

Don't always go with the BEST RATINGS... Communicate A LOT with the Captain that you choose.. Tell them what you expect... give them information of your crew and come to an understanding so you can all have a great fishing experience !!!